thethirdpole.netThe Indus Waters Treaty: caught between a dispute and a hard placethethirdpole.netPakistan had argued that the Kishanganga project was not in consonance with the provisions of Annexure D of the Indus Waters Treaty, which deals with “the generation of hydroelectric power by India on the Western rivers”. In it paragraph 15 (iii) states:.
Mizzima NewsRelaunching Myitsone Hydropower dam could win investor confidence in MyanmarMizzima NewsThe dam is a large hydroelectric power development project at the confluence of the Mali and N’mai rivers, the source of the Ayeyawady River. Its long suspension is likely to drive down investor confidence amid concerns over the uncertainty of Myanmar …and more »
India TVNepal: Blast at India-developed hydroelectricity project, security arrangements intensifiedIndia TVNepal: Blast at India-developed hydroelectricity project, security arrangements intensified. The explosion was caused by an improvised explosive …
Blast at India-developed hydroelectricity project in NepalTimes of IndiaKATHMANDU: A bomb has exploded at the office of a major hydropower project being constructed with Indian assistance in Nepal, the second such incident at the facility in over a mon…
HydroWorldEngie Brasil raises $50 million for investments into Jaguara and Miranda hydro plantsHydroWorldBrazilian utility Engie Brasil has announced a US$160 million public offering, with funds earmarked for investment into the Jaguara and Miranda hyd…
The Kathmandu PostNepal’s largest hydro project in the offingThe Kathmandu PostThe Mugu Karnali Hydroelectric Project located in northwestern Nepal has an installed capacity of 1,902 MW. The 1,200 MW Budhi Gandaki Hydropower Project in central Nepal is the largest identified scheme so far. Vidhyut Utpadan Company will undertake …
AllAfrica.comAfrica: Angola Moves From 11th to Position 5th in Africa Hydropower RankingAllAfrica.comDespite the work to develop hydropower in Africa, several projects are changing this reality, with stress to those of Angola’s Lauca and Cambambe, according to “Novo Jornal”, which quoted a report from the International Hydroelectric Power Association …
HydroWorldUS Department of Energy announces funding for six marine energy projectsHydroWorldThe company previously demonstrated a RivGen device in Igiugig’s Kvichak River in 2015 — an effort that was recognized by the National Hydropower Association with an Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters award. DOE said the funding continues work …
Daily Energy InsiderHouse panel explores needed reforms to permitting process for hydropower projectsDaily Energy Insider“According to a recent report that was actually from the previous administration, only 3 percent of the dams actually produce hydroelectricity and we could double hydropower in America by simply investing in the turbines that are needed to convert dams …
Kenya slides to position 14 in Africa hydropower rankingDaily NationThis explains the sluggish approach to development of more hydropower stations. Recent works have involved expansion of existing major hydroelectric stations and equipment upgrade for …
HydroWorldSnohomish PUD celebrates completion of Calligan, Hancock small hydro plantsHydroWorldSnohomish County Public Utility District has commissioned a pair of small hydroelectric power projects in Washington’s Snoqualmie Valley. The Calligan Creek and Hancock Creek will each add 6 MW to the Everett-based utility’s portfolio. The duo began …
Northwest Hydroelectric Association seeking new executive directorHydroWorldThe Northwest Hydroelectric Association (NWHA) in the U.S. is seeking a passionate, collaborative and visionary leader for the position of Executive Director (ED). NWHA was est…
HydroWorldHydro Tasmania study shows potential for 4800 MW of new pumped storageHydroWorldAustralian utility Hydro Tasmania has identified 14 pumped storage sites, adding fuel to the island state’s bid to make itself a hydroelectric power reserve for both it and the mainland. The search, performed as part of Hydro Tasmania’s “Battery of the …and more »
NIA seeks investors for 379 hydro plantsThe Manila TimesThe National Irrigation Administration (NIA) is inviting parties to invest in hydroelectric power projects in 379 identified potential sites nationwide, with the aim of providing alternative resources for renewable energy and maximizing the country’s …
CHA introduces new awards, accepting nominationsInternational Water Power and Dam Construction… introducing four new awards, with nominations now being accepted. The President’s Individual Contribution Award. This prestigious award will be given to an individual in the hydro industry who has made a significant contribution to Canadian hydropower.
Hydropower Engineering Handbook now available for free public downloadHydroWorldWith many in the hydroelectric field still using the data it contains, the Hydropower Engineering Handbook is now available for free download online. The handbook was originally published in 1991 by McGraw-Hill and “addresses a broad cross section of …
Manila BulletinNIA invites investors in hydroelectric powerManila BulletinIt said this is the agency’s contribution in providing resources for renewable energy, as well as in maximizing the utilization of irrigation water by venturing into the development of hydroelectric power plants. While NIA encouraged this venture, one …
Friends of the River Appeals, FERC, DOE & EPA Updates: Hydro Newsletter for June 4, 2018The National Law ReviewOn April 6, 2018, Friends of the River (FOR) filed an appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (Ninth Circuit) of a deci…
The Daily HeraldPUD switches on two new hydro projects near Snoqualmie FallsThe Daily HeraldSNOQUALMIE — The majestic waterfalls in the Snoqualmie Valley offer more than just spectacular hikes. The area also supplies neighboring Snohomish County with enough energy to power 10,000 homes miles away from the 1,000-foot drops that generate …
NEA signs maiden PPA with Tanahu HydroThe Kathmandu PostIf it is considered as a peaking run of the river type project, the Tanahu Hydro will get Rs10.55 per unit during the dry season and Rs8.40 per unit during the wet season.Tanahu Hydropower Limited…
